6.2 - System Calls
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Practice Questions
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What is a system call?
💡 Hint: Think about communication in an operating system.
Name one system call related to file management.
💡 Hint: Consider how programs access files.
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What is the primary purpose of a system call?
💡 Hint: Think about how user applications perform tasks.
True or False: In kernel mode, user applications have full control over hardware.
💡 Hint: Remember the distinction between user and kernel modes.
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Develop an application using system calls that opens a file, reads its content, and handles possible errors. Explain the system calls used.
💡 Hint: Focus on the order of operations and error management.
Discuss the security implications of system calls and how they prevent unauthorized access to system resources in an operating system.
💡 Hint: Consider user access levels and system criticality.
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